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03-28-2008, 09:40 AM
Retro Challenger, Camaro could be last echoes of era of raw power. (http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/23747161/)
http://www.cleanmpg.com/photos/data/501/Chevrolet_Camaro1.jpgRoland Jones - MSNBC - March 26, 2008
Is it because less than 9 sec. to 60 is irrelevant or is it possibly fuel costs? Maybe a little of both. -- Ed.
With its diverse blend of concept cars, luxury rides and economic vehicles, New York’s auto show usually puts some zing into the auto show circuit. This year’s show, with its focus on muscle and power, signified nothing less than the end of an era for some who attended its preview days last week.
“Everyone is talking about how this show is irrelevant because it’s all about muscle cars," said John Wolkonowicz, senior markets analyst at Global Insight’s Automotive Group. "But it’s not because we are witnessing the end of an era that will be remembered fondly for years to come."
Chrysler’s 2009 Dodge Challenger was a centerpiece of the New York show, a reinvention of Dodge’s iconic muscle car meant to appeal to baby boomers with the cash to indulge their nostalgic fantasies. It goes up against the recently reissued Ford Mustang and the new Chevrolet Camaro, another redeveloped muscle car that’s due in dealer showrooms in early 2009.
There was even more retro brawn on show as Pontiac revealed a pickup truck-muscle car combination that hearkens back to the classic El Camino coupe utility vehicle that Chevy stopped building in 1987. The as-yet-unnamed car — essentially an Australian Holden “Ute” — is expected to make its U.S. debut next year.
These historic cars may make auto enthusiasts’ hearts flutter, but they’re entering a dying market for muscle cars, according to Wolkonowicz… http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/23747161/
http://www.cleanmpg.com/photos/data/501/Chevrolet_Camaro1.jpgRoland Jones - MSNBC - March 26, 2008
Is it because less than 9 sec. to 60 is irrelevant or is it possibly fuel costs? Maybe a little of both. -- Ed.
With its diverse blend of concept cars, luxury rides and economic vehicles, New York’s auto show usually puts some zing into the auto show circuit. This year’s show, with its focus on muscle and power, signified nothing less than the end of an era for some who attended its preview days last week.
“Everyone is talking about how this show is irrelevant because it’s all about muscle cars," said John Wolkonowicz, senior markets analyst at Global Insight’s Automotive Group. "But it’s not because we are witnessing the end of an era that will be remembered fondly for years to come."
Chrysler’s 2009 Dodge Challenger was a centerpiece of the New York show, a reinvention of Dodge’s iconic muscle car meant to appeal to baby boomers with the cash to indulge their nostalgic fantasies. It goes up against the recently reissued Ford Mustang and the new Chevrolet Camaro, another redeveloped muscle car that’s due in dealer showrooms in early 2009.
There was even more retro brawn on show as Pontiac revealed a pickup truck-muscle car combination that hearkens back to the classic El Camino coupe utility vehicle that Chevy stopped building in 1987. The as-yet-unnamed car — essentially an Australian Holden “Ute” — is expected to make its U.S. debut next year.
These historic cars may make auto enthusiasts’ hearts flutter, but they’re entering a dying market for muscle cars, according to Wolkonowicz… http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/23747161/